Case Studies
Drumming into the Light: Winter Solstice Gathering at Imperial Lakes
This uplifting and inclusive Winter Solstice gathering brought together over 45 people from across Broken Hill and Silverton to connect through rhythm, reflection, and nature. Hosted by Landcare Broken Hill at Imperial Lakes, the event featured group drumming, dance, and ceremonial elements that celebrated the turning point of the seasons while supporting mental wellbeing, community connection, and cultural expression. This was part of a broader Landcare initiative exploring the role of nature-based and creative practices in enhancing rural community resilience.This uplifting and inclusive Winter Solstice gathering brought together over 45 people from across Broken Hill and Silverton to connect through rhythm, reflection, and nature. Hosted by Landcare Broken Hill at Imperial Lakes, the event featured group drumming, dance, and ceremonial elements that celebrated the turning point of the seasons while supporting mental wellbeing, community connection, and cultural expression. This was part of a broader Landcare initiative exploring the role of nature-based and creative practices in enhancing rural community resilience.
Healing Through Green: Native Bee Habitat Workshop at Imperial Lakes Nature Park
This community-driven, creative and educational workshop engaged residents of Broken Hill in building native bee hotels to support biodiversity, foster environmental awareness, and strengthen community wellbeing. Hosted at Imperial Lakes Nature Park, the event was part of a broader Western Landcare initiative focused on restoring public green spaces and supporting mental health through hands-on, place-based environmental action.
Activating Landcare on the Northern Rivers Rail Trail
Landcare volunteers undertaking ecological restoration along the Casino to Bentley section of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail
Koala Conservation with Koala Konversations
Bringing Community and Leading Experts Together for Koala Conservation
Building Landcare's Presence in the North West
North West Regional Landcarers - Laying the foundations of Regional growth
Kiama Coastal Community Plantings
Plantings and community engagement for five Landcare groups along the Kiama Coast
Futureproofing the Cabbage Tree Palm Project
A community engagement program and plantings to secure the future of Kiama’s iconic Livistona australis
Camps for Community Connection and Learning
Community Conservation Conversation Camp pilot project
Touring the Western Region of NSW
Regional Landcare Coordinator 'Tour' helps with LEP travel budget
A New Bushland Park for Gunning
Formally opened to the community in June 2025, the Gunning Showground Bushland park is a unique space designed so that both people and nature can thrive side by side.
Murray Regional Roundup Newsletter
A collaborative monthly email newsletter for the Murray region of NSW.
Huge Community Response to Act of Vandalism
When someone in the community poisoned all of the plantings of a Coastcare youth group, the community came together for a huge planting day in response.
Reclaiming the Creek: Landcare’s Comeback for Koalas and Community
When unfamiliar and fast-growing weeds began appearing along Dignams Creek, local landholders knew something was wrong. What followed was a coordinated effort to map, manage, and remove invasive weeds, bringing the Dignams Creek Landcare group back to life with fresh energy and purpose.
Wild Dog Control Outcomes in Western NSW
Noonamah/Garden Vale area have seen a massive increase in ground dwelling fauna due to high participation baiting against wild dogs.
Growing Local Leaders for Land and People
In late 2024, following the 10-year anniversary of the South East Local Leaders Program, the training and delivery team undertook an adaptive review of the program. This process informed improvements to the delivery of the 2025 program including increased content continuity and strengthening communication and connections within the cohort post-program graduation.
Restoring Fish Habitat in the Central Billabong with our future Environmental Champions
Students, First Nations and environmental groups join forces to plant 900 aquatic fringing plants along 650m of the Billabong Creek in a continued effort to restore native fish populations.
A Community Office: Technology and aesthetics for a multi-use space
The office hosts professional meetings and provides a welcoming space for Landcarers.